Lu Xuan was waiting for Tian Xin to draw his weapon, but he didn't expect Tian Xin to just stand there with his hands behind his back. He didn't seem to have any intention of using his weapon. Lu Xuan was speechless. He might only be at the fourth level of the Origin Realm on the surface, but was there a need to be so arrogant?
"Brother Tian isn't going to use a weapon?" Lu Xuan still asked.
Tian Xin heard this and instantly laughed. He shook his head and casually said, "I have already comprehended the pinnacle stage of sword intent. I don't have a sword in my hand, but I have a sword in my heart. Everything in this world is a sword. What's the difference if I don't have a sword?"
Lu Xuan was stunned and subconsciously said, "Pinnacle stage of sword intent, doesn't it mean that you have a sword in your hand?"
This time it was Tian Xin's turn to be surprised. He frowned slightly and said, "Sword in your hand?"
Seeing that Tian Xin didn't seem to understand, Lu Xuan didn't say anything else. Everyone must have comprehended a different sword intent. To Lu Xuan, he didn't have a sword in his hand, but he had a sword in his heart. This was only the completion stage of sword intent. The pinnacle stage of sword intent meant that he had a sword in his heart and a sword in his hand.
Lu Xuan immediately said, "Since Brother Tian is also a sword user, then Lu Xuan shall seek guidance first."
At this moment, Tian Xin was a little distracted by Lu Xuan saying that he had a sword in his hand. He felt as if he had grasped something, but it was hazy and he couldn't grasp it at all. However, since Lu Xuan said that he wanted to ask for guidance, he temporarily put his mind at ease. He nodded and said, "Bring out your strongest strength."
Lu Xuan let out a slight smile and took out the Masked Dust Sword unhurriedly. He then lightly thrust the sword towards Tian Xin. This thrust looked so casual, as though there was no order to it. Even a three year old kid on the street could execute such a move.
Xia Xi and the others who were spectating couldn't help but be shocked. Could it be that Lu Xuan knew he wasn't a match for Tian Xin? But if this was the case, how would they know Lu Xuan's ability? Xia Xi, in particular, wanted to take this opportunity to see exactly how strong Lu Xuan had become.
But right now, Tian Xin, who was facing Lu Xuan, felt completely different from the three of them. Lu Xuan's sword seemed casual and didn't even use much spirit force, but it made him feel extremely uncomfortable. This sword seemed to have pierced his heart, and no matter what he did, he would be pierced. Just when Tian Xin was prepared to use his powerful strength to break this sword, he realized that Lu Xuan's sword tip was already less than a foot away from his forehead. This seemingly slow sword was actually this fast!
This discovery caused Tian Xin to turn pale with fright. He didn't even have the time to break Lu Xuan's attack. Using the full strength of an eighth level Origin Realm martial artist, he let out a roar and forcefully retreated ten feet before dodging Lu Xuan's sword. Even so, it still made Tian Xin break out in cold sweat. If Lu Xuan had used his full strength just now, would he be able to dodge in time?
Lu Xuan's sword had shocked everyone present. Xia Xi and the others didn't even understand this sword move. They only felt that Lu Xuan's longsword had suddenly pierced in front of Tian Xin and Tian Xin had retreated. At first glance, it seemed as if Lu Xuan had casually used his sword to force Tian Xin to retreat. Of course, that was the truth.
Lu Xuan wasn't merciless. When he saw Tian Xin retreat, he stopped his pursuit. The reason why his sword was so effective was mainly because Tian Xin had underestimated his opponent. If not, it wouldn't be so easy to force an eighth level Origin Realm martial artist to retreat so easily.
"How could this be? Impossible, how could this be … … "Tian Xin, who had retreated far away, couldn't help but mutter to himself. His mind was in a daze. He had thought of countless scenarios, but never would he have thought that the result would be like this.
Xia Xi, who was at the side, couldn't help but ask, "Lu Xuan, what exactly happened just now? How did Tian Xin get forced to retreat so quickly?"
Lu Xuan gave a mysterious smile and said, "I can't say. If Brother Tian can figure it out himself, it will be of great benefit to him."
Tian Xin was also listening attentively to Lu Xuan's words. He couldn't help but feel unconvinced. Lu Xuan was only at the fourth level of the Origin Realm. What benefits could he possibly get from him?
However, at that moment, he suddenly thought of something extremely terrifying. He looked at Lu Xuan in shock and exclaimed, "Swordsmanship!"
"Sword dao?!" Hearing Tian Xin's words, the other two were shocked as well. They looked at Lu Xuan in disbelief.
Sword dao was one of the great daos and was also known as the law of the sword. Normally, a martial artist who could comprehend the law would be able to break through to the Great Void Realm. But Lu Xuan was only at the fourth level of the Origin Realm. He was still a million miles away from the Great Void Realm. How could he comprehend sword dao?
Tian Xin stared at Lu Xuan and waited for Lu Xuan's answer. He was rather nervous in his heart. He felt that this wasn't real, but the truth told him that this was most likely sword dao.
Lu Xuan chuckled and said, "As expected of a swordsman, Brother Tian, to be able to see through it so quickly." He completely ignored the shock that his words brought to the crowd.
The sword move that Lu Xuan executed just now contained the first rank of sword dao – No move is better than any move! This sword move was executed subconsciously by Lu Xuan because he felt that this sword move was very familiar. He couldn't remember that back in the Battle God Hall of the Heaven Emperor Palace, he had failed countless times under this sword move from Li Wei.
"Sword dao, it is actually sword dao." Tian Xin's expression alternated between sadness and happiness. It was impossible to tell what he was thinking. After a moment, he calmed himself down and took a deep breath, "I didn't expect Brother Lu to comprehend sword dao while only at the fourth level of the Origin Realm. You are truly a prodigy. No wonder the Fourth Prince has a whole new level of respect for you. Nobody Tian is convinced!"
Tian Xin was convinced this time. He had even changed the way he addressed Lu Xuan from Lu Xuan to Brother Lu. Lu Xuan laughed and waved his hand, "Brother Tian, you underestimated your opponent. If not, I wouldn't have been able to succeed so easily."
Tian Xin shook his head and nodded. The reason why he was forced to retreat in a single move was because he underestimated his opponent. But Lu Xuan's sword dao was the real deal. A fourth level Origin Realm martial artist who comprehended sword dao was much more valuable than a regular eighth level Origin Realm martial artist. It was normal for Xia Xi to value Lu Xuan more.
Tian Xin suddenly thought of something. He wanted to say something but hesitated. But he finally made up his mind and asked Lu Xuan in a seeking tone, "May I ask Brother Lu, what did you mean by having a sword in your hand?"
Initially, Tian Xin felt touched, but he didn't think too much about it. But now that he realized that Lu Xuan was actually a prodigy who comprehended sword dao, he felt something was wrong. He finally put down his pride and humbly asked for guidance. Lu Xuan might be weaker than him, but in terms of innate talent, Lu Xuan was ten folds better than him. This wasn't something to be ashamed of.
Lu Xuan had already expected Tian Xin to ask this question. He asked, "Brother Tian, which sword intent did you comprehend?"
"Comprehending the sword with the heart. Everything in this world is a sword, and there is a sword in the heart." Seeing that Lu Xuan wasn't stingy with his guidance, Tian Xin was overjoyed and quickly answered.
"That's all?" Lu Xuan was astonished.
"That's all." Tian Xin said straightforwardly, "Is having a sword in the heart not the peak sword intent?"
Lu Xuan understood. He had thought that Tian Xin's sword intent was different from his, but it turned out that Tian Xin hadn't comprehended the peak sword intent at all. He had mistakenly thought that the peak sword intent was the peak sword intent. However, this was a mistake that most warriors would make. If Lu Xuan didn't have the help of the Sword Crystal, he would have taken many detours on the path of sword dao.
He shook his head with a smile and said, "Of course not. Having a sword in the heart is only the peak sword intent. The true peak sword intent has reached the level of returning to its original state. Since you are a sword cultivator, how can you not have a sword in your hand? If so, what's the use of a sword? With a sword in the heart and a sword in the hand, this is the peak. I have a sword and you don't have a sword, I win. "
"I have a sword and you don't have a sword, I win … …" Tian Xin repeated Lu Xuan's words softly. His mind was suddenly enlightened. So this was the true peak. He felt as though his entire body had been reborn. He had completely transcended and returned to his original state. With a sword in his hand, this was the true peak!
"Brother Lu, just because of what you said, I, Tian Xin, will recognize you as my brother for the rest of my life. If you don't mind, I'm willing to acknowledge you as my master under the witness of the Fourth Prince!" Tian Xin said resolutely.
This time, it was Lu Xuan's turn to be surprised. He quickly waved his hand and said, "That won't do. Brother Tian is older than me in both ability and age. There is no reason for me to acknowledge you as my master."
"The accomplished are the masters. This is an unchanging principle."
Seeing how stubborn Tian Xin was, Lu Xuan laughed bitterly in his heart. He understood that Tian Xin was indeed obsessed with the sword. No wonder he was able to reach the eighth level of the Origin Realm at the age of forty.
But he naturally wouldn't agree to it. He spoke with sincerity, "Brother Tian doesn't have to be like this. If you treat me as your brother, then I will answer all your questions truthfully."
Seeing the two of them bickering endlessly, Xia Xi couldn't help but laugh, "Tian Xin, don't be so stubborn. I don't think Lu Xuan has the intention to accept a disciple at this age."
Tian Xin sighed, "Since that is the case, then forget it. But Brother Lu Xuan, you are truly magnanimous. Not only did you not mind my previous disrespect, you even gave me some pointers. I feel that after a night of meditation, my ability will definitely increase by leaps and bounds tomorrow."
Hearing this, Xia Xi couldn't help but be happy. If Tian Xin had a breakthrough at this time, it would naturally be great.
But Tian Xin's tone immediately changed, "But Lu Xuan, you might have a higher perception than me, but your cultivation level isn't as good as mine. This time, I want to experience your true ability."
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